1997 Honda Civic vs. 1963 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1997 Honda Civic is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Civic weights approximately 140 kg more than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Civic | 1963 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | Honda | Sunbeam |
Model | Civic | Alpine |
Year Released | 1997 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2190 mm |